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J 956

Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the New York State Elks Association

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Lea Webb

Ceremonial resolution honoring the New York State Elks Association’s 100th anniversary and its charitable work; no laws or funding changes.

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Bill Summary · J 956

Summary of Bill J 956 — Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the New York State Elks Association

Overview

  • Bill Type: Resolution (J 956)
  • Status: Adopted
  • Introduced: May 8, 2025
  • Primary Sponsor: Lea Webb
  • Purpose: To officially commemorate and recognize the 100th anniversary of the New York State Elks Association.

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution formally acknowledges a centennial milestone for the New York State Elks Association and highlights the organization’s long-standing presence and contributions within the state.
  • It serves as a ceremonial gesture of recognition by the Legislature, reflecting appreciation for the Elks’ community service and charitable activities.

Key Provisions

  • Expresses the sense of the Legislature regarding the significance of the NYS Elks Association’s 100-year history.
  • Recognizes the organization’s ongoing involvement in charitable, civic, and youth programs, and its role in supporting communities across New York.
  • Likely directs that a copy of the resolution be transmitted to the New York State Elks Association and possibly other stakeholders, and may include language encouraging observance or acknowledgment by state and local communities (typical elements of ceremonial resolutions).

Note: As a resolution, J 956 does not establish new laws, appropriations, or regulatory requirements. Its impact is ceremonial and symbolic, aimed at public recognition rather than policy changes.

Affected Entities

  • Primary: New York State Elks Association and its members
  • Secondary: General public and communities served by the Elks, which may benefit from heightened awareness of the organization’s service and accomplishments through legislative recognition
  • No fiscal or regulatory obligations are imposed by this resolution.

Procedural Timeline

  • May 8, 2025: Introduced and referred to Finance (as part of standard committee routing for resolutions with potential budget implications or formal review, even though this is ceremonial).
  • May 13, 2025: Reported to calendar for consideration and subsequently adopted by the Legislature.
  • The bill's adoption completes its ceremonial enactment, establishing it as official Legislature recognition.

Summary

J 956 is a ceremonial resolution adopted by the New York State Legislature to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the New York State Elks Association. Sponsored by Lea Webb, it acknowledges the organization’s historical presence and community contributions in New York, without imposing policy changes or funding. It serves as an official expression of recognition and appreciation by the state.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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